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Leading the Green Drive: Hyundai's Eco-Friendly Vehicles Gain EPA Praise

The Truth About Cars

Photo credit: Roman Vyshnikov / Shutterstock.com In the latest EPA Automotive Trends Report , Hyundai has emerged as a leading figure in eco-friendly automotive technology. The company is only second to Tesla in achieving the highest fuel economy and the lowest CO2 emissions amongst major automakers.

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Debunking EV Range Anxiety: Do EVs Meet Daily Driving Needs?

The Truth About Cars

By selecting a vehicle of interest, users can view the "EPA Fuel Economy" information, which includes range estimates specific to each EV model. This article was co-written using AI and was then heavily edited and optimized by our editorial team.

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NHTSA issues Environmental Impact Statement scoping notice for MY 2022-2025 CAFE standards; seeking comments on “preferred alternative”

Green Car Congress

In March, EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt and Department of Transportation Secretary Elaine Chao announced that EPA intends to reconsider its final determination issued on 12 January 2017 which recommended no change to the greenhouse gas standards for light duty vehicles for model years 2022- 2025. Earlier post.) Background.

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Road Test: 2023 Volvo XC60 Recharge Ultimate

Clean Fleet Report

Supercharged, turnbocharged and paired with a 143 hp electric motor Range and fuel economy are rated by the EPA 28 mpg city and highway combined for the hybrid engine. Our focus is on vehicles that offer the best fuel economy in their class, which leads us to emphasize electric cars, plug-in hybrids, hybrids and diesels.

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Working paper argues new US energy efficiency regulations are ineffective at GHG reduction and incorrectly override consumer preference

Green Car Congress

Recent US energy regulations proposed or enacted by the US Department of Energy (DOE), the US Department of Transportation (DOT, and the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) have a negligible effect on reducing greenhouse gases. NHTSA CAFE and EPA greenhouse gas standards for vehicles. —Gayer and Viscusi.

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California Air Resources Board offers backing to Obama green plans

Green Cars News

Earlier this week we told you about President Obama’s push for a national policy to reduce greenhouse gas emissions (see article) – and now his plans have received backing from the California Air Resources Board.

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What To Expect From Your Electric Car and Charging Station Performance in Cold Weather

EV Connect

Warm Weather While this article primarily focuses on cold weather, it is important to note that higher temperatures also alter the demands on an EV. This figure is far closer to the EPA-estimated 15% efficiency loss of gas-powered cars. Additionally, both hot and cold weather can affect the performance of EVs. Double Down on Range.